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HW02 FUV

2002 Yamaha Yh 50

Blue Petrol 49cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires1 Oct 2022
Tests18 (13 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate72.2%

Mileage

10,254 mi
Last recorded10,254 miles
Recorded on2 Oct 2021
Typical for 2002 Yamaha Yh 507,106 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHW02 FUV
MakeYamaha
ModelYh 50
Year2002
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine49cc
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MOT History

13 pass 5 fail
Pass 2 Oct 2021 10,254 miles
Fail 2 Oct 2021 10,254 miles

Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))

Pass 12 Aug 2020 10,167 miles
Pass 24 Apr 2018 9,304 miles
Pass 8 Apr 2017 8,728 miles
Fail 1 Apr 2017 8,728 miles

Front Tyre has a bulge caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.2a(ii))

Front shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.3.3)

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))

advise replace rear light

Pass 9 Apr 2016 8,032 miles

Front Roller brake test indicates a slightly juddering brake (3.3.A1b)

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

Fail 9 Apr 2016 8,032 miles

Front Roller brake test indicates a slightly juddering brake (3.3.A1b)

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (1.3.1a)

Pass 3 Apr 2015 6,831 miles

Offside Front Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Pass 12 Apr 2014 7,204 miles
Pass 2 Mar 2013 6,831 miles
Pass 6 Aug 2011 5,415 miles
Pass 26 Mar 2011 5,019 miles
Fail 26 Mar 2011 5,019 miles

Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on dipped beam (1.2.2a(i))

Pass 18 Mar 2010 4,526 miles
Fail 16 Mar 2010 4,526 miles

Offside Front shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.3.3)

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Pass 3 Apr 2009 3,727 miles
Pass 13 Aug 2005 1,602 miles

How Reliable is the Yamaha Yh 50?

Based on 3,082 MOT tests across 449 vehicles.

78.9%
Pass Rate
566
Miles/Year
27
Year Lifespan
449
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 80
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 73
Exhaust is leaking and excessively noisey 56
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 54
wheel bearings have excessive free play 43
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HW02 FUV is a 2002 Yamaha Yh 50 in Blue with a 49cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 72.2%.

Across all 2002 Yamaha Yh 50 models, the average MOT pass rate is 79.5% with a typical mileage of 7,106 miles. This particular vehicle has a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

The most common reason a Yamaha Yh 50 fails its MOT is shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil, accounting for 80 recorded failures. If you're considering buying HW02 FUV, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Yamaha Yh 50 typically stays on UK roads for around 27 years. At 24 years old, this Yamaha Yh 50 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was HW02 FUV registered?

HW02 FUV is a 2002 Yamaha Yh 50, first registered on 13 August 2002.

Is HW02 FUV safe to buy?

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